Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
azurea
ID:
1290517

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rose

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
1909

Citation Micro:
in Contr. U.S. Natl. Herb. 12(7): 291, t. 24, f. 33. 1909.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001289855

Common Names

  • Opuntia azurea
  • Azurea Opuntia
  • Azurea Azure Prickly Pear

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Description

Opuntia azurea (also called Azure Prickly Pear, among many other common names) is a species of cactus native to Mexico. It is a shrub-like cactus with flat, oval-shaped pads and yellow flowers. It is found in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Opuntia azurea is used as a food source and for medicinal purposes. It is also used in landscaping, as a windbreak, and as a living fence.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Opuntia azurea var. diplopurpurea A.M.Powell & Weedin
Opuntia azurea var. discolor Weedin
Opuntia azurea var. parva A.M.Powell & Weedin
Opuntia azurea var. azurea

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Opuntia azurea has yellow flowers, small seeds and small seedlings.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Opuntia azurea is a cactus species native to Mexico. It can be propagated from cuttings or seeds. Cuttings should be taken from the stems of the plant and planted in well-draining soil. Seeds should be planted in a well-draining soil and kept moist until germination. The soil should be kept moist but not wet. The plant should be kept in a sunny location and should be watered regularly.

Where to Find Opuntia azurea

Opuntia azurea can be found in the southwestern United States and northern Mexico.

Opuntia azurea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Opuntia azurea?

Opuntia azurea

What is the common name of Opuntia azurea?

Azure Prickly Pear

What is the natural habitat of Opuntia azurea?

It is native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico

Species in the Opuntia genus

Opuntia megacantha, Opuntia microdasys, Opuntia laiglonii, Opuntia lucayana, Opuntia macrantha, Opuntia lutea, Opuntia lucida, Opuntia longispina, Opuntia piccolomini, Opuntia pittieri, Opuntia opuntia, Opuntia occidentalis, Opuntia peckii, Opuntia phyllacantha, Opuntia pennellii, Opuntia papyracantha, Opuntia fragilis, Opuntia flavispina, Opuntia stricta, Opuntia straminea, Opuntia stenarthra, Opuntia ficus-indica, Opuntia glaucophylla, Opuntia elisae, Opuntia elatior, Opuntia effulgia, Opuntia diversispina, Opuntia festiva, Opuntia inaequilateralis, Opuntia humifusa, Opuntia horstii, Opuntia kuehnrichii, Opuntia jussieui, Opuntia intermedia, Opuntia ithypetala, Opuntia irrorata, Opuntia guatemalensis, Opuntia hondurensis, Opuntia hitchenii, Opuntia hanburyana, Opuntia virens, Opuntia woodsii, Opuntia rooneyi, Opuntia urbaniana, Opuntia salmii, Opuntia salicornoides, Opuntia pubescens, Opuntia protracta, Opuntia praecox, Opuntia reptans,

Species in the Cactaceae family

Acanthocalycium glaucum, Acanthocalycium spiniflorum, Acanthocalycium thionanthum, Acanthocalycium leucanthum, Acanthocalycium rhodotrichum, Acanthocalycium klimpelianum, Acanthocereus chiapensis, Acanthocereus tetragonus, Acanthocereus guatemalensis, Acanthocereus maculatus, Acanthocereus canoensis, Acanthocereus castellae, Acanthocereus cuixmalensis, Acanthocereus fosterianus, Acanthocereus haackeanus, Acanthocereus hesperius, Acanthocereus hirschtianus, Acanthocereus macdougallii, Acanthocereus oaxacensis, Acanthocereus paradoxus, Acanthocereus rosei, Acanthocereus tepalcatepecanus, Acanthocereus atropurpureus, Acharagma aguirreanum, Acharagma roseanum, Airampoa albisaetacens, Airampoa armata, Airampoa ayrampo, Airampoa boliviensis, Airampoa cedergreniana, Airampoa chilensis, Airampoa corrugata, Airampoa erectoclada, Airampoa ianthinantha, Airampoa microdisca, Airampoa minuscula, Airampoa orurensis, Airampoa panellana, Airampoa picardoi, Airampoa silvestris, Airampoa tilcarensis, Aporepiphyllum freiburgensis, Aporocactus flagelliformis, Aporocactus martianus, Aporocactus moennighoffii, Aporocactus knebelii, Aporoheliocereus smithianus, Ariocarpus agavoides, Ariocarpus bravoanus, Ariocarpus drabi,

References